BelmavsSuper Galena
Belma (dual purpose) and Super Galena (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Super Galena
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Super Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleGrapefruit
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Super Galena
GrassySpicyPearGooseberryHoneyJuniper
Property
| Property | Belma | Super Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | - | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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